2026 BMW M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe recalls and problems
2 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2026 BMW M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe.
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Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2026 BMW M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe recalls
Exterior lighting
NHTSA campaign 26V064000 · reported February 4, 2026 · BMW of North America, LLC · 202 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 228i Gran Coupe, 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, and M235i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with rear lights that may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, Lamps, reflective devices, and assoc. equipment."
The risk
A rear taillight, brake light, or rear turn signal light that functions improperly, increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 2, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 27, 2026.
Seat belts: rear/other, retractor
NHTSA campaign 25V717000 · reported October 21, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC · 1,024 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2026 2 Series Gran Coupe, X1, X2, and Mini Countryman S ALL4 vehicles. The housing pin in the rear (left and/or right) seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production, resulting in the retractor not locking the seat belt as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
The risk
A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear (left and/or right) seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov December 12, 2025.
Does the 2026 BMW M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2026 BMW M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe, the most recent reported on February 4, 2026 (Exterior lighting). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 BMW M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe?
There are few or no owner complaints on file for the 2026 BMW M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026.